Sony HDR-XR100 Operating Instructions Manual page 193

About storage of the battery pack
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,
fully charge the battery pack and use it up on
your camcorder once a year to maintain proper
function. To store the battery pack, remove it
from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool
place.
• To discharge the battery pack on your
camcorder completely, touch
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(HOME) -
: (SETTINGS) - [GENERAL SET] -
[A.SHUT OFF] - [NEVER], and leave your
camcorder in recording standby until the power
goes off (p. 97).
About battery life
• Battery capacity decreases over time and
through repeated use. If decreased usage time
between charges becomes significant, it is
probably time to replace it with a new one,
• Each battery's life is governed by storage,
operating and environmental conditions.
• x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC
standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark
of Sony.
• xvYCC is an international standard for color
space in video. This standard can express a
wider color range than the currently used
broadcast standard.
On use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations:
- Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60°C (140 OF), such as under direct
sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in
the sun. They may malfunction or become
deformed.
- Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
- Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record properly.
- Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur,
- On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If
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sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
- Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, or the lens may be exposed to direct
sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder
gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the LCD screen closed when you are not
using your camcorder.
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
• When disconnecting the power cord (mains
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord (lead)
(mains lead).
• Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
• Do not use a deformed or damaged battery
pack.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
• Keep the Wireless Remote Commander and
button-type battery out of children's reach. If
the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a
doctor immediately.
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
- Consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
- Wash off any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
- If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
When not using your camcorder for a
long time
• To keep your camcorder in optimum state for a
long time, turn it on and let it run by recording